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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently published a new draft guidance to assist sponsors in developing treatments for stimulant use disorders. The guidance, Stimulant Use Disorders: Developing Drugs for …
FDA Takes Steps to Advance the Development of Novel Therapies for Stimulant Use Disorders Read More
The congestive heart failure (CHF) drugs market is projected to experience significant growth over the next decade, with its value expected to more than double from $6.7 billion in 2022 …
Congestive Heart Failure Drugs Market Predicted to Double by 2031, Bolstered by Technological Advancements and Key Industry Developments Read More
GLENOLDEN, PA — The Charcot-Marie-Tooth Association (CMTA) this week announced the results of a review of its long-running list of medications known or suspected of being toxic to the peripheral …
CMTA Updates List of Neurotoxic Meds Potentially More Hazardous to CMT Patients Read More
MALVERN, PA — Neuronetics, Inc. (NASDAQ: STIM), a medical technology company, this week announced results from its new study, the Depression Barometer, exploring the state of depression across the United …
Depression Barometer: A Peek into the Hidden Epidemic of Depression in America Read More
Op-ed by State Rep. Darisha Parker, D-Philadelphia Imagine losing your cognitive ability while your body stays in healthy condition. Think about watching your family member’s cognitive ability decline and facing …
Expand Access to Life Saving Alzheimer’s Drug Read More
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently approved Veozah (fezolinetant), an oral medication for the treatment of moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms, or hot flashes, caused by menopause. Veozah is …
FDA Approves New Medication for Treatment of Menopause Hot Flashes Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission announced that it will ramp up enforcement against any illegal bribes and rebate schemes that block patients’ access to competing lower-cost drugs. The …
FTC to Ramp Up Enforcement Against Any Illegal Rebate Schemes, Bribes to Prescription Drug Middleman That Block Cheaper Drugs Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Chester County’s Department of Drug & Alcohol Services (CCDDAS) is spreading community awareness for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, taking place on Saturday, April 30th. Organized …
Chester County Participates in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Thursday, AARP Pennsylvania State Director Bill Johnston-Walsh joined Senator Bob Casey virtually to highlight the need for Congress to lower prescription drug prices and deliver a petition signed by …
AARP Pennsylvania and Senator Casey Speak Out About Need for Lower Prescription Drug Prices Read More